Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives Radiologic Technologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Overview
CHI Memorial Primary Care Associates - Atrium
CHI Memorial Medical Group (Mountain Management Services), now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is a Management Service Organization (MSO) that provides comprehensive office management services for all Memorial Health Partners and many physicians in private practice. We are proud to be a part of the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.
We care about our employees’ well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
Free Membership to our Care@Work program supporting any child care, pet care, or adult dependent needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
Adoption Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
Matching Retirement Programs
Wellness Program
If you are passionate about the patient experience and ready to join our nationally recognized hospital, connect with us today!
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, the Radiologic Technologist (AART) II is responsible for operates radiology equipment to make imaging films as directed by physicians and performs radiographic and cardiopulmonary procedures for routine diagnosis and treatment purposes. Performs specialized procedures for diagnosis and assistance in the design of treatment for patients including venography, myelography and gastrointestinal exams.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Produce and perform all diagnostic radiographs procedures, to be interpreted by the physician or radiologist.
Position patients and adjust equipment for taking diagnostic images following established procedures.
Examine radiology film and/or digital exams for properties such as density and contracts, definition, magnification and distortion.
Take x-rays of various portions of the body in order to diagnosis disease or injury.
Follow safety principles, radiation protection, and the general comfort and care of the patient.
Record test results and monitors patient data.
Maintain radiographic log, in accordance with the policy, taking responsibility for documentation of exam, patient’s name, and/or retake reason.
Maintain separate report on all diagnostic x-rays.
Maintain accurate department records to satisfy both the state and federal regulations.
File and maintain shipping and receiving log of radiographs and other diagnostic tests requested.
Maintain current MSDS forms for radiology department.
Calibrate and maintain x-ray equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education:
High School Education
Associate degree from accredited school of radiologic technologist required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Required Licensure and Certifications:
- Current/valid registration by the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) required.
Pay Range
$19.68 - $27.06 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.